Multiple sclerosis causes damage to nerve cells that can lead to serious memory and mobility problems
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An experimental stem cell therapy may reduce some symptoms of progressive multiple sclerosis, particularly in people with severe disabilities due to the disease.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic condition in which the immune system attacks the brain and spinal cord, causing problems with walking, memory, bladder control, and other bodily functions. When symptoms gradually worsen over time, it is called progressive MS.
There is no approved treatment for progressive MS, but a few minor…